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Democrats Target 650 Seats Amid Trump’s Declining Approval

12/10/2025

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Democrats expand their 2026 strategy by targeting over 650 state legislative seats and adding five Republican-held U.S. House districts.
The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee now considers 39 House seats competitive.
The Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee aims to raise $50 million, amid optimism fueled by U.S. President Donald Trump’s declining approval ratings.
Republicans dismiss the efforts as unrealistic, citing internal chaos within the Democratic Party.

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Democrats expand their 2026 strategy by targeting over 650 state legislative seats and adding five Republican-held U.S. House districts.
The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee now considers 39 House seats competitive.
The Democratic Legislative Campaign Committee aims to raise $50 million, amid optimism fueled by U.S. President Donald Trump’s declining approval ratings.
Republicans dismiss the efforts as unrealistic, citing internal chaos within the Democratic Party.